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Jepsen has built her brand with disco-leaning electro-pop in the past few years, soundtracking many a gay pregame. “Shy Boy” is, fittingly, more demure and quieter than some of her more bombastic and catchier cuts, but there’s still a time and place for it. In fact, it’s great to hear her try new things in her sound without drifting too far from what fans have come to expect.

Lover. With its infectious uptempo beats, the song had the potential to change the world and become another massive hit for Swift.

In what is turning out to be a very busy month for Madonna, the superstar has announced a new single with none other than Sam Smith. The tune, titled “Vulgar,” will be available on June 9.Madonna made the release official through her social media platforms, where she shared the single’s artwork. The song’s cover consists of a black-and-white photograph featuring two tightly laced corsets, with both Madonna’s and Smith’s initials cleverly forming “S&M,” boldly displayed.

Twitter user Terpish said: “Anyone notice that Adele isn’t at the Grammys this year?“It’s because Adele and Sam Smith are the same person and you’ll never see them both in the same place at the same time.”AbelPatson quipped: “Like Bruce Wayne & Batman or like Clarke Kent and Superman lol”Remybug38 added: “There’s a few too many conspiracy theories for my liking without this too.”Defnoodles stated: “Sam Smith says the craziest rumor they’ve heard about themselves is that they’re secretly Adele in drag.

Instagram followers the new swimsuit he had designed for Amelia.The one piece swimwear featured a picture of his face all over the torso, something some fans were left unimpressed by.Olly captioned the snap: "Oh plus on holiday I got Amelia a new beach outfit! Something low profile… think she loved it."Amelia appeared to be in on the joke, replying: “You just wait and see what you’re getting for your birthday this year.”However, other fans rushed to the comments’ section to question the bizarre choice.Beastboy_ad_786 said: “Bro ur getting Corny post by post.” (Sic)Amsie7 commented: “With that body she can rock anything even your disturbing choices.”Bethynicolexo added: “I am honestly speechless.”As well as the unconventional choice of swimwear, Amelia was modelling a pair of fish slippers and a blue tote bag.The post comes after Olly’s new album Marry Me has sparked controversy as fans have called for one song, in particular, to be taken off air completely.Olly’s song, I Hate You When You’re Drunk, left some listeners outraged, with one fan believing they knew what his fiancée's reaction song would be titled.As the title suggests, the track focuses on the behaviour of boozy loved ones and some have called for the song to be taken off air completely due to some lyrics.One fan on Twitter screenshotted a section of lyrics, slamming it as “pretty gross”.The lyrics read: “Oh you got them drunken eyes / Should we call it a night / Cos you’ve been telling stories four/five times / Yeah I’ve heard it before and my ears are bleeding.

Express.co.uk has contacted representatives for Britney and Sam for comment.The reports come after Britney's other half Sam gave fans an insight into how the couple had been spending Christmas together in a social media post.Sam wished online users a “Merry Britmas” on Boxing Day as he uploaded a post in view of his over three million Instagram followers.He said: “Merry Britmas to you all from Samta & Britney.”Sam added: "A little hike & a little meditation on Christmas Day goes a long way my wife is really becoming a meditation guru and I love it."The caption was shared alongside a photo of the newly married pair sitting on top of a hill with spectacular views behind them.It wasn’t long before an unsubstantiated conspiracy theory emerged online that Sam’s snap didn’t actually feature him or Britney, sparking fears about the Toxic hitmaker's whereabouts.One Britney fan claimed: "The first photo is definitely not Britney! The girl is clearly wearing a wig."A second social media user speculated: "Not even gonna lie that doesn’t even look like Sam when you zoom in! Like look at his chin, that’s not him!!"However, other fans of the couple were quick to dismiss the theories about the photo.One social media user hit back: "Britney is just fine y’all .

"There are fewer who leave and more who stay by our side."Our tears are not a waste, they water the soil where the future will be born and make us more human, so in the midst of heartbreak we can continue to love.”Last year, Shakira revealed her pain about the break-up in an interview, declaring that writing music has become a "tool for "survival" in "extreme conditions"."In this moment of my life, which is probably one of the most difficult, darkest hours of my life, music has brought light," she explained."I think that writing music is like going to the shrink, only cheaper...

"He gave proper meaning and message to our music."He was a lovely human being with time for everyone and a wisdom that was both profound and accessible.”Maxi’s co-stars added: “It was an honour and, of course, a true pleasure to work with him."He was a brilliant lyricist, a DJ, a Buddhist, a magnificent stage presence, car lover, endless talker, beautiful person, moral compass and genius.”The message was signed off by core members Rollo and Sister Bliss.Devastated fans began taking to social media soon after the statement was shared to pay their tributes to the musical legend, who fronted Faithless from 1995 to 2011 and 2015.Twitter user DanielJenks89 penned: “Absolutely gut wrenching news.“His voice and the sound that went with it defined dance music in the 90s.“When the first bit of Insomnia is played, everyone gets up and starts getting lost in the trance of the music.”SHUTUPCRAZYFOOL added: “Just cranked up Insomnia as loud as I can and shed a tear, literally the sound of my youth and and a constant for the generations who followed.“Faithless gave me my love for dance music.Thank you. RIP Maxi.”Dutchart tweeted: “Very fond memories of all the music, the concerts, his amazing charisma.“Condolences to Faithless, the gamily and friends.

Kim Wilde, 62, has revealed she has split from her husband of 25 years Hal Fowler, 54, as the former couple shared a shocking joint statement on social media.The pair met back in 1996 and shared two children together. A joint statement shared on Kim’s social media accounts said: “Kim Wilde and Hal Fowler wish to announce that they amicably separated by agreement last year and have divorced.“No third party is involved.They remain on good terms and wish only the best for each other in the next phases of their lives. “No further comment or statements will be made,” the statement concluded.Kim and Hal met while they were appearing in the hit West End musical Tommy and got married in September 1996 in Codicote in Hertfordshire.Kim first rose to fame in 1981, when she released her song Kids In America, which became an instant hit. Her blow-dried blonde mullet sparked a craze with teen girls across the country and she soon became a household name.The star comes from British musical royalty, with her father Marty Wilde, 83, also enjoying success as a popular singer. He was among the first in the UK to embrace rock and roll with a numer of hits throughout the ’50s and ’60s, including the song Teenager In Love.Meanwhile, Kim has released plenty of iconic hits during the ’80s, touring with the likes of Michael Jackson and David Bowie.In 1983, she received the Brit Award for Best British Female solo artist has sold over 10 million albums and 20 million singles.She holds the record for being the most-charted British female solo act of the 1980s, with seventeen UK Top 40 hit singles.In 1986, Kim also had a UK No.

They added: “She's lost none of her fighting spirit and is comforted that at least she knows exactly what she's dealing with now and there's comfort that she can alleviate some of the symptoms by getting treatments that are specific for this condition.”They added to Us Weekly that the My Heart Will Go On singer had been “suffering the symptoms for quite some time”.Last week, Celine released a statement telling fans she was missing performing but had to focus on her health in order to return to the stage.She began: “Hello everyone, I'm sorry it's taken me so long to reach out to you."I miss you all so much and can’t wait to be on stage talking to you in person."As you know I’ve always been an open book and I wasn’t ready to say anything before but I'm ready now."I’ve been dealing with problems with my health for a long time and it's been really difficult for me to face my challenges and to talk about everything that I’ve been going through.”Celine continued: “While we’re still learning about this rare condition, we now know this is what’s been causing all the spasms I’ve been having," she added."Unfortunately, these spasms affect every aspect of my daily life sometimes causing difficulties when I walk and not allowing me to use my vocal chords to sing the way I’m used to."The legendary singer went on to say she has a "great team of doctors working alongside her" and is being supported by her "precious children"."I miss you so much I miss seeing all of you being on the stage performing for you I always give 100 percent when I do my show but my condition is now allowing me to give you that right now," she continued.The singer added that in order for her to return to the stage, she had "no choice" but to focus on her

Adele, 34, has opened up about her divorce from charity entrepreneur ex Simon Konecki, 48.The Someone Like You singer, who spoke candidly about her previous relationship in front of the crowd at her Las Vegas residency, reflected on their sad split.The pop star’s marriage to Simon fell apart in 2019, with the pair finalising their divorce last year.Adele has described how her split from Simon, with whom she shares one child, really took a toll on her mental health. The star is now dating American sports agent Rich Paul, 40, whom she began dating last year.Reflecting on how her self-perception has changed over time, Adele explained that she has finally stopped “holding herself accountable” for her divorce. In an honest discussion with her many fans, the Hello singer admitted that therapy was massively beneficial to her wellbeing and that it has helped her with performing in front of thousands.Speaking on stage at her Weekends with Adele show at The Colosseum in Caesar's Palace on Friday night, she revealed: “I started having therapy again because I went a few years without.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck married earlier this year, almost two years on from breaking off their first engagement.The glamorous pop star has since faced backlash from some critics who feel it was unfeminist of her to take her husband’s last name.The Jenny from the Block singer opened up about her choice to change her last name, despite still being known as Jennifer Lopez in the celebrity world.She explained that, while people would continue to use her maiden name, her legal name will now be Mrs.Affleck because the pair are "joined together".Jennifer went on to reflect on how keeping her changing her name after tying the knot feels like “a power move”.Asked if she was tempted to keep her own last name, she replied: "We’re husband and wife. I’m proud of that.

Donny Osmond, 64, has shared some sweet throwback snaps of himself and wife Debbie Osmond, 63, dressed up for Halloween back in 1977.The star went on to reveal that he had got down on one knee to propose “not longer after” that "crazy" evening. Donny took to Twitter today to share the special memories with his 209,100 followers. The snaps saw Donny dressed up as the character Captain Purple from The Donny and Marie Osmond Show.The Osmonds star wore a bright purple superhero costume and curly purple wig. Meanwhile Debbie was all smiles as she donned a large inflatable pumpkin outfit.  Recalling that evening, Donny penned: “This was Debbie and me on Halloween night back in 1977. “I proposed not long after that crazy trick or treat evening,” he continued.“I don't know how she agreed to marry me after she saw me wearing my Captain Purple outfit. “What was I thinking? Oh well, I guess it worked…” Donny quipped.  In a follow-up tweet, he wrote: “Note to all you guys out there. If you want to attract the perfect woman, wear a Captain Purple outfit for Halloween.”Donny and Debbie have been married for nearly 45 years, tying the knot back in 1978. The pair share five sons: Don, Jeremy, Brandon, Christopher and Joshua.Donny and Debbie also became grandparents for the first time in 2005, and now have twelve grandchildren in total.  Donny’s fans took to the comments section to share their thoughts on the sweet throwback snaps. Christine wrote: “And which women wouldn’t say yes to you millions would have said yes  me included.

“It has taken a huge amount for a man to get her to trust him and to believe in love again."Rory is from her home town Leeds, he’s known her for years.“He’s the absolute opposite of so many of the guys she had relationships with.”The insider added: “He is a really normal, down-to-earth guy, with good morals who has worked incredibly hard to build his own business and a family business.“He’s not flash, or interested in the limelight.”According to the news outlet, Rory’s best friend is Mel’s cousin, Christian Cooke.Express.co.uk has contacted Mel B's representatives for comment.The former Spice Girl was previously married to her ex-husband of 10 years, Stephen Belafonte.Mel B first found worldwide fame as a member of the girl group Spice Girls, before establishing herself as a television personality and talent-show judge.She took part in the fifth season of the American dance competition series Dancing with the Stars and has also been a judge on reality shows, including America's Got Talent.But despite having a hugely successful career, Mel has also faced health woes, including mental health issues.Back in 2019, Mel opened up about her health while appearing on Paul McKenna’s Positivity Podcast.The singer revealed she had been diagnosed with ADHD, along with dyslexia, dyspraxia and anxiety.Explaining how she deals with these conditions, she said: “I work out to help my mind. I do have ADHD, as well as dyslexia and dyspraxia.“Exercise helps me meditate and get rid of my anxiety.

The former Spice Girl - who is a patron of the Women's Aid charity - called for more to be done to support survivors, as she spoke at a fringe event in Birmingham.Mel, real name Melanie Brown, joked that she was "probably the last person you'd expect to find at a Tory party conference", adding: "I am not here because I am Mel B, Scary Spice from the Spice Girls. I am here because I am Melanie Brown MBE."The mother of three described how she was in an abusive relationship for about 10 years, but "kept it a complete secret".During her 2017 divorce from US film producer Stephen Belafonte, Mel accused him of emotional and physical abuse, allegations he has always denied.The Leeds-born singer, 47, explained: "I went on tour with the Spice Girls, I was a judge on America's Got Talent - voted best judge, if you can be voted the best judge on a TV show.

Chris’ representatives had also addressed the claims circulating social media following the festival in a statement.Labelling the claims “ridiculous”, the representatives clarified that they were “a complete fabrication” and that the two men “respected” each other.They said: “This is a ridiculous story – a complete fabrication and the result of an odd online illusion that is clearly deceiving and allows for foolish speculation.“Just to be clear, Harry Styles did not spit on Chris Pine.“There is nothing but respect between these two men and any suggestion otherwise is a blatant attempt to create drama that simply does not exist.”A source close to Harry also told Express.co.uk that the rumours were “not true”.Earlier this year, Harry opened up about finding fame as part of boyband One Direction as a teenager and his current relationship with his former bandmates.He branded his time in One Direction "priceless" while looking back on their stellar rise to fame after forming back in 2010 on The X Factor.The band split up six years later in 2016, just a year after Zayn Malik left the band.Speaking to Zane Lowe for Apple Music 1, Harry explained how “lucky” he was that the band were a “unit”.He said: "I look at people who kind of went through some version of what we went through, but on their own.“I’m like...

“After resting and consulting with my doctors, family and team, I went to Europe in an effort to continue with the tour.“I performed six live shows but it took a real toll on me."The singer, who is married to model Hailey Bieber, continued: "This past weekend, I performed at Rock in Rio and I gave everything I have to the people in Brazil.“After getting off stage, the exhaustion overtook me and I realized that I need to make my health the priority right now."So I'm going to take a break from touring for the time being.“I’m going to be okay but I need time to rest and get better.”Justin finished off his announcement by reflecting upon the part of the tour he was able to complete as he thanked fans for their support.He concluded: “I’ve been so proud to bring this show and our message of Justice to the world."Thank you for your prayers and support throughout all of this! I love you all passionately."In June this year, Justin sparked health concerns among fans after sharing images and a video of his facial paralysis due to his Ramsay-Hunt Syndrome diagnosis.The syndrome is a rare neurological disorder characterised by paralysis of the facial nerve (facial palsy) and a rash affecting the ear or mouth.In a three-minute video, the musician asked fans to pray for him as he explained the symptoms that were affecting him.He said in the footage: “Hey everyone Justin here, I wanted to update you guys on what's been going on.“Obviously as you can probably see with my face.“I have this syndrome called Ramsay Hunt syndrome.“It is from this virus that attacks the nerves in my ear and my facial nerves and has caused my face to have paralysis.”

His new solo West End Show, A Different Stage, goes through major events in the singer’s life – from a humble beginning in Frodsham, Cheshire, to a worldwide pop superstar.A part of the show will be dedicated to Barlow’s fourth child Poppy, who was delivered stillborn in 2012 – only a few days before he was supposed to sing at the London Olympics closing ceremony.Barlow, 51, compared the tragedy to a car crash you cannot avoid. He said: “Dawn was induced and…I was dreading seeing the baby, all the warnings off the doctors had me fearing the worst.

Jennifer Garner, 50, is said to have been extended an invitation to attend ex-husband Ben Affleck’s wedding to Jennifer Lopez. However, she will purportedly have to give the ceremony a miss as she will be away for work.The much-anticipated nuptials will take place tonight at Ben's home in the coastal town of Riceboro, Georgia.Jennifer is said to be in Texas for work but remains “supportive” of her former partner.A source said: “Jennifer Garner is hard at work on a project in Texas and won't be attending the wedding celebration, but she's been totally supportive of her kids being there and is really positive in general about the whole thing.The insider added to Hollywood Life: “There is nothing more important to her than her kids' happiness so the fact that they feel welcomed and at ease and have bonded with J.Lo and her kids is just the best thing she could ask for.”Jennifer was married to fellow actor Ben 2005 until 2018.The former couple share three children - Violet, 16, and Seraphina, 13, and Sam, 11.Ben and Jennifer Lopez sent shockwaves through fans last year when they confirmed they had rekindled their romance after almost two decades.Their whirlwind romance began when the pair met on the set of Gigli in 2002.They then went on to share a highly-publicised romance that saw Ben pop the question that same year.However, the couple broke up in 2004, effectively cancelling their engagement.The wedding date was initially set for September 2003, with Jennifer revealing at the time that she would change her name to Jennifer Affleck.In 2020 Ben voiced his disappointment that Jennifer did not receive an Oscar nomination for her role in Hustlers, signalling his respect for his former partner.Speaking to the New York Times,

Jennifer Lopez, 53, and Ben Affleck, 50, are preparing to exchange vows today in a much-anticipated second wedding ceremony. However, the couple suffered a scare yesterday ahead of their big day as an ambulance had to be dispatched to their wedding venue.It has been reported that Ben's mother, Christopher Anne Boldt, suffered an incident at the actor’s Georgia estate, effectively needing medical assistance.According to reports, Christopher required stitches after taking a tumble off a dock and cut her leg.According to DailyMail.com, Jennifer and Ben were later seen outside the hospital, with Ben smoking a cigarette.Sources, however, claimed that the incident was "not serious".Pictures seen by the Mirror purportedly showed Christopher being wheeled out of the building, with Ben and Jennifer following closely behind.It was reported that the ambulance arrived at the estate at noon and spent 20 minutes there before it left.Ben and Jennifer are set to tie the knot today a month after their intimate Las Vegas wedding.The pair met on the set of Gigli in 2002 with a highly-publicised romance soon following.Ben popped the question that same year but the couple broke up in 2004, calling off their engagement.The wedding date was initially set for September 2003, with Jennifer revealing that she would change her name to Jennifer Affleck.The wedding was sensationally postponed just days before the September date.But four months later, in early 2004, the couple announced their break up.Almost two decades later, in April this year, Ben proposed again to the Jenny From The Block hitmaker.Ben has kept the relationship relatively private, but told Adweek he is “in awe” of Jennifer and the effect she has.He said: “Jennifer has inspired a

BBC presenter Kimberley Walsh opened up her family life in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk.The Girls Aloud star admitted that she wouldn’t be “pushing” her children into the music industry, as she reflected on how that world can actually be “quite tough”.Morning Live star Kimberley, 40, shares three young sons with her husband Justin Scott, 38. The couple welcomed baby Nate last year, while his older brothers are Bobby, seven, and Cole, five.While Kimberley rose to fame in pop group Girls Aloud, Justin was part of the boyband Triple 8. Forming in 2003, Triple 8 included David Wilcox, Iain James Farquharson, Jamie Bell, Josh Barnett and Justin.The band hit the UK Top 10 twice, with their first two singles Knockout and Give Me a Reason in the same year they were formed.With plenty of experience of the music industry and of handling fame, Kimberley and Justin are being careful about the way they bring up their children. Asked if she thinks her kids might be headed down a musical path, Kimberley confirmed that it could be in their futures.“They've definitely got some natural talent starting to come through like dancing and singing,” the proud mum of three reflected. “I mean, my side of the family in particular is musical for generations going back so I kind of hoped that they would inherit those genes a little bit.”However, Kimberley went on to explain that she was hesitant about “pushing” her kids into the limelight. “I'm not sure if I'll be pushing them down that route because it is tough and it can be a tough area to go into,” she said. “But it is really nice to see how much my son enjoys expressing himself and dancing and singing and making up his own music and stuff.